Mezcal-Spiced Citrus Punch Bowl

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-06 · Updated 2026-08-06

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A smoky mezcal punch blended with fresh citrus juices and warming spices, perfect for sharing at lively gatherings. This recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, brings together mezcal, fresh orange juice, fresh lime juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 8, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 8 Cocktails & Drinks cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz mezcal
8 oz fresh orange juice
4 oz fresh lime juice
6 oz pineapple juice
4 oz simple syrup
1 tsp ground cinnamon
4 whole cloves
3 thin slices fresh ginger slices
12 oz sparkling water
8 orange slices
2 cups ice cubes

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large punch bowl, combine 12 oz mezcal, 8 oz fresh orange juice, 4 oz fresh lime juice, and 6 oz pineapple juice. Stir gently to blend the flavors.
Step 2: Add 4 oz simple syrup, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 4 whole cloves, and 3 thin slices of fresh ginger to the punch bowl. Stir again to disperse the spices evenly.
Step 3: Let the mixture rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the spices to infuse, then remove the cloves and ginger slices.
Step 4: Just before serving, add 2 cups ice cubes and 12 oz sparkling water to the punch bowl. Stir gently to chill and slightly dilute the punch.
Step 5: Garnish with 8 fresh orange slices floating on the surface. Serve immediately in punch glasses to enjoy the smoky, spicy citrus flavors.